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The Region of Valencia has long boasted great gastronomy that reaches beyond the rice dishes and cocas it is perhaps best known for. Here you will find an extensive culinary tradition, fantastic products and the highest-level professionals, making the region a popular destination among foodies around the world.
The professionals working in the sector are a disparate group. Some safeguard time-old recipes while others are working on the cutting-edge of the avant-garde. From small family-run eateries to award-winning restaurants, the Region of Valencia is renowned for its foodie culture.
The brand “L’Exquisit Mediterrani” groups together professionals that though may work in different areas, have one thing in common: an expertise in handling local produce. Their creations are utterly irresistible. The Region of Valencia is also committed to training new talent who know how to get the balance between tradition and innovation just right.
During your time in the area, we recommend combining wine travel with gastronomic tourism in a journey that will take you on a discovery of timeless recipes and Designation of Origin products. You can also head off in search of innovation at restaurants awarded Michelin Stars and Soles Repsol.
Join us on a discovery of the Region of Valencia’s gastronomy. There are so many dishes and specialities that it would be impossible to list them all. In this post, we therefore thought that we’d put together a selection of some of the dishes and ingredients that best define the region.
Featured experiences
Visit local Winecellars, with included transfer with a Sommelier. Wine and local product tasting. This experience is offered in Spanish-French and English. Embark on an exclusive experience with our tour company where every detail is designed to give you an unforgettable trip. Enjoy a comfortable transfer in our nine-seater Van, which will take you to the most charming corners of the region's viticulture. Immerse yourself in the world of wine with a select tasting at this renowned local winery, where we will tour its vineyards, fermentation and pressing rooms, museum and old barrels. Tasting of four wines, red, white, rosé and sweet. We will accompany the experience with a delicious snack, made with fresh and quality products for each wine served. This experience gives you the opportunity to relax in a more select and quiet environment, walking among vineyards. Gluten-free, lactose-free and vegan options are offered. Let yourself be carried away by the beauty of its viticulture and its facilities. Both our service and our wines will give you the warmth you are looking for. We create memories that you will treasure forever. Reserve your place and let yourself be seduced by this elegant experience!
Tour Itinerary: Visit to Esteban González's Boat. We begin our adventure on this emblematic boat, where you will be able to learn about the rich maritime history of Santa Pola, its fishing and the stories of the sailors who sailed its waters.
Then we will head to the Fortress and Museum of the Sea. You will discover how this ancient fortress has protected the city for centuries and we will enter the museum.
Afterwards, we will board our 9-seater Van to go to the Lighthouse and contemplate its views of the island of Tabarca.
Now it is time to move to see pure art. Authentic Spanish tablao with dinner included (starters in the middle, main course to choose from and dessert), where you will enjoy an exciting Spanish Flamenco show, while you savor a delicious dinner, which includes the flavors of our local cuisine. Fall in love and vibrate with their dance.
Includes: Pick up at nearby accommodations, transportation to the places on the itinerary, entrance fees to all the sites mentioned, Flamenco show and dinner.
We speak Spanish-French and English.
Guided tour of the fields and oil mill (production process), technical tasting and tasting of several varieties of organic extra virgin olive oil, tasting of a typical Requena bun and a glass of wine from the DO.
In our route Aromas of the countryside of Elche we want you to know the secrets of a centenary gastronomy, kept from generation to generation, where we highlight the gastronomy of the countryside of Elche or Camp d'Elx.
We propose you to start with a visit to an olive oil mill, El Tendre, a real treasure of the Baix Vinalopó region and a symbol and reference of the rich olive oil tradition of the region, as it is the oldest in the whole region, let yourself be seduced by the aroma and taste of the oldest extra virgin olive oil in the area, while you discover the secrets of its centenary elaboration.
But the experience does not end here. After tasting its oil, we discover another surprise: could you imagine that Elche produced wine? In Bodegas Faelo, we discover the history of wine in the region and you will learn how this precious elixir is made in a traditional way, how it was produced centuries ago and how Bodegas Faelo continues to do it now in almost the same way. Enjoy their wines while tasting typical products.
taste typical products.
At the end of the visit, enjoy their wines while tasting local products from the countryside of Elche, in a restaurant located between orchards and fields.
After recharging your batteries, we will head to the Pusol Museum, a true cultural treasure in the middle of the countryside, recognized by UNESCO for its invaluable contribution to the preservation of the local ethnographic tradition. The great recognition to the work and years dedicated to this project of community, open and participatory character comes in 2009, when UNESCO inscribes the Center for Traditional Culture School Museum of Puçol in the Register of Good Practices for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage, becoming since then the Third World Heritage Site of Elche. Immerse yourself in the history and culture of Elche as you explore exhibits and workshops that reveal the secrets of rural and urban life in the region.
“Bon profit!”.
Our route will take you to explore the Alcudia Archaeological Site with an interpreted visit, where you will unravel the mysteries of this iconic historical figure.
Come to the Alcudia Archaeological Site. There, in a magnificent interpretation center, the Lady herself accompanies the visitor to discover the most important corners of her former home, show him the exact place where she appeared, to relive the excitement of those who were there on August 4, 1897.
Once the visit is over, the best thing to do is to recharge your batteries in one of the restaurants in the countryside of Elche, tasting an authentic local menu to continue discovering more secrets of the enigmatic sculpture. Enjoy the exquisite typical food of Elche!
And after lunch, immerse yourself in the history of Elche with a visit to the Archaeological and History Museum of Elche (MAHE) that allows us to continue discovering how the city evolved from the time of the Lady to the present day.
Before leaving, say goodbye to the town by strolling through the charming historic center in a picturesque tourist train to finish discovering the town.
A cultural and gastronomic experience that will transport you back in time and leave you in awe! Discover the fascinating history of the Lady of Elche with us!
If you’ve landed on this page, you’re probably thinking about organizing a unique event for your colleagues or employees. Well, let us tell you one thing: you’re in the perfect place!
Valencia Club Cocina is the ideal space for meetings, catering events, team activities, and any gathering where you want to impress your guests!
Our facilities, spanning over 240m², are fully equipped for talks and presentations, including a projector, microphones, televisions, and more.
Team Cooking in our kitchens. A different team activity that will help your human resources to promote team cohesion, motivation, leadership detection, competence, etc. The Team Cooking activity is described below.
Sesga offers us unique vestiges of the way of life of the past. These fundamental activities for survival were carried out in harmony with the environment.
The multi-purpose building of Sesga is an obligatory stop for those who visit the village. The school, located on the upper floor, has remained intact since it closed its doors in 1964. Next to it is the surgeon-barber's barber's shop, which also served as the Town Hall and dungeon. On the ground floor we find the communal oven, last used in August 2003. Another point of great interest in the village is the hydraulic complex, consisting of a fountain, drinking trough, washing place and fulling trough.
The group of pre-industrial buildings of Sesga, together with the Cube of José Maroto de Ademuz, were awarded the first Europa Nostra prize in 2011, in recognition of the protection of cultural heritage.
On the way to the village, we also visit the vernacular architecture of Val de la Sabina.
Resources to visit:
- Multi-purpose building: communal oven, school, barbershop-municipal hall, dungeon. Exteriors and interiors.
- Plaster ovens. Exteriors
- Hydraulic complex: spring, drinking trough, washing place and fulling trough. Exteriors
- Tilework. Exteriors and interiors
- Traditional vernacular architecture of the town centre
- Church of the Immaculate Conception. Exteriors and interiors
During this route, we will explore the rich culinary tradition of the region, from the extra virgin olive oil from an 1839 mill to artisanal wines from an artisanal winery with a winemaking tradition of more than 100 years (fourth generation of artisanal winemakers from Matola). These are the Wines and Oils of Camp d'Elx.
The first destination is the Almazara El Tendre, a real treasure of the Bajo Vinalopó region and the oldest oil mill in the area. Here, we will witness the production process of extra virgin olive oil, from the harvesting of the olives to their pressing and bottling. Discover the secrets of this golden liquid that has been an integral part of Mediterranean culture for centuries.
Then, we will head to Bodegas Faelo, where we will be welcomed by an enology expert who will guide us through a fascinating journey through the world of wine. The winery is located in a typical house of Campo de Elche, or “faeneta”, with more than a hundred years of history; where the grapes are still trodden in the “afollaor”, as grandfather Rafael “Faelo” started doing in 1930. There we will learn about the local grape varieties, the winemaking process and the art of wine tasting. Immerse yourself in the aromas and flavors of Bodegas Faelo's handcrafted wines, each with its own history and unique character
But the experience doesn't end there, get ready for a tasting of delicious typical products from Elche that will perfectly complement the wine experience!
Join us on this gastronomic adventure and discover the authentic flavors of Elche that have captivated generations. Come and delight your senses on the Sabores de Elche Route!
Key Information
- Terrain: The entire route runs along paved roads.
- Mileage: 707 km / 493.31 miles.
- Daily rides:
- Day 1: 15 km / 9.32 miles.
- Day 2: 417 km / 259.11 miles.
- Day 3: 275 km / 170.88 miles.
- Riding gear included: Gloves, jackets, and helmets.
Meals included: All breakfasts.
Private parking for your motorcycle included.
Motorcycle options:
You can bring your own bike or choose a rental one from our selection, tailored to the CC range the route is designed for.
If you don’t see the bike you’re dreaming of, just ask — we’ll do our best to make it happen. Dream big!
Available rental bikes for this route.
Highlights
- Personal guide service throughout the entire route.
- Tour starts and ends in Valencia.
- Enjoy a ride across the old town of Valencia.
- Visit two of Valencia’s most emblematic landmarks: the Serrano Towers and the Quart Towers.
- Immerse yourself in one of the best flamenco shows in the city.
- Enjoy varied routes with different riding levels.
- Opportunity to try the famous mid-morning biker lunch.
- Ride through typically Mediterranean landscapes.
- 2 nights at a selected hotel in Valencia on a bed and breakfast basis.
- Option to enjoy an unforgettable night in Valencia, named the best city in the world to live in. Don’t miss it!
- Make the most of your free afternoon to visit the most iconic spots in Valencia.
Places you’ll see: Valencia
Daily itinerary
Day 1 - Friday
Pick up participants and meet at «Toro Biker Base Camp».
If you arrive in the morning, you’ll have free time until 4:30 PM to explore Valencia.
Distribution of gear, bike assignments, and documentation.
Briefing with guides explaining rules, itinerary, and riding skills.
Ride around Valencia surroundings for adaptation (photo time!).
Hotel check-in.
9:00 PM Dinner at a flamenco restaurant with a premium menu and live show.
Midnight bedtime.
Day 2 - Saturday
Breakfast at the hotel.
Ride to Eslida via Segorbe and Ain, enjoying scenic landscapes.
Mid-morning lunch in Eslida with local flavors.
Continue journey toward Teruel with breathtaking views.
Lunch at a selected restaurant.
Return to Valencia driving towards sunset.
9:00 PM Dinner at a restaurant with sea views.
Midnight bedtime.
Day 3 - Sunday
Morning ride to Cortes de Pallás for the classic biker mid-morning lunch.
Continue to Benagéber Reservoir and final lunch in Chulilla.
Return to hotel for bike return and check-out.
Afternoon free in Valencia, named "Best City in the World to Live In" in 2024.
Explore the old town, neighborhoods like Ruzafa, or the City of Arts and Sciences.
Sounds like a good plan, right?
Hello, I’m Rafa Payá, biker and responsible for Toro Biker’s routes. The one I present here is one of the most varied we offer.
Leaving Valencia, we’ll ride mountain roads surrounded by trees, climb one of the most famous passes in the Valencian Community, visit a cave over 50,000 years old, enjoy the finest local gastronomy, and to top it off, have a drink at one of Dénia’s most famous pubs and dance until we drop.
This experience combines motorcycles, culture, gastronomy, and a touch of fun, designed to be enjoyed from start to finish.
The route is available with a Toro Biker guide for a minimum of 5 participants or in “self-guided” mode. Which do you prefer?
At CA IAIA ROSARIO we invite you to live a real, local agritourism experience. While you stay in our rural house, an old oil mill completely renovated and respectful with the environment, you will have the opportunity to learn about the origin of the oil of the Seta Valley. Upon arrival you will have free time to settle in and enjoy the accommodation.
The next day we have prepared for you an experience of Oleotourism and Wine Tourism (5h aprox). First we will go to Benimassot, there under the ‘olivera de les quatre soques’ we will have a masterclass on local olive oil tasting where we will learn to differentiate the qualities of Oil and its nuances, all this paired with local products such as almonds, roasted peppers, white cheese and homemade bread.
Then we will get on our transport to go to some Roman and Phoenician ruins, where they will explain the origin of the production of Oil in Roman times. To finish the activity we will go to the Gurgu Winery, which gets its name from the Romans meaning ‘between two waters’. There, their agronomist will explain how they cultivate their vines and the process of making their wines. We will finish with a tasting of their 3 best wines paired with local products such as cured goat's and sheep's cheese, pericana and esgarraet.
We will return to your accommodation and you will have the rest of the day free to enjoy the surroundings. We inclued you try the magnificent ‘Arròs al forn’ from Bar Casa Cañares, authentic and made of local products.
Transport is at our expense in our electric minivan, for groups of maximum 6mpeople and prepared for people with reduced mobility. Check our conditions. This experience is for a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 6 people. The price is per person.
The day starts at 10:30 a.m. at the Viver Cooperative, from where we will drive to our vineyards. While we take a gentle stroll through the countryside, you will learn about the different grape varieties we work with, including the native pre-phylloxera varieties that we are recovering, as well as the particularities of their cultivation and the main aspects of viticulture to achieve exceptional wines.
We will then return to the Cooperative to meet the winery, where tradition is combined with innovation. You will meet Videns, our interactive vineyard, and you will visit the tank room and the barrel room while we explain the different winemaking processes.
The visit concludes with a hedonistic tasting of three of our wines accompanied by a succulent lunch, where you can sample our cooperative products, such as our exquisite oils, nuts and olive pâtés.
‘The skin of the vine’ is much more than a wine tourism experience, it is a journey to the essence of Viver and the Alto Palancia region, with which you will also be supporting our dignified agriculture project. A fantastic experience to enjoy with your partner, family or friends and celebrate the passion for wine and the pride of our land. And if that wasn't enough, we'll give you a 10% discount for purchases in our agro-shop at the end of the visit. We'll be waiting for you!
We will start the day at 10:30 a.m. at the Viver Cooperative, from where we will take a leisurely stroll to one of our olive groves. There you will learn about the olive trees of the native variety Serrana del Palancia and how we cultivate them to obtain exceptional oils.
We will then move on to the oil mill, where the oil production process takes place. You will explore our modern facilities, from the unloading and storage hoppers to the mill, centrifuges and tank room, while we explain how we obtain our extra virgin olive oils.
The experience will culminate with a hedonistic tasting of our EVOOs accompanied by a succulent lunch, where you can sample our cooperative products, such as our exquisite wines, nuts and olive pâtés.
‘A walk with Lágrima’ is a journey to the heart of the Viver Cooperative, as olive oil is the origin of our cooperative project of dignified agriculture, which you will also be supporting with your visit. An experience for everyone, where you will be able to connect with the most authentic essence of the rural environment and discover the secrets of this gastronomic treasure. And if that wasn't enough, we'll give you a 10% discount for purchases in our agro-shop at the end of the experience. We'll be waiting for you!